Great Lakes Crossing (Michigan)

Great Lakes Crossing Outlets is a large indoor outlet mall located in Auburn Hills, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit. The mall sits at 4000 Baldwin Road near the intersection with Interstate 75 (Exit 84), making it easily accessible by highway. Auburn Hills is primarily a suburban area with a mix of residential neighborhoods and commercial developments. The mall is part of a retail hub that includes nearby big-box stores such as Costco, Meijer, Kohl’s, and Target, located just across I-75. The region is not coastal and does not have beaches, but it is well connected to Detroit and other parts of southeastern Michigan via major highways.

As Michigan’s largest indoor outlet center, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets covers approximately 1.4 million square feet and features over 180 stores. The retail mix includes a wide variety of outlet stores spanning fashion, footwear, sportswear, home goods, and luxury brands. Notable anchor stores include Burlington, Primark, Bass Pro Shops, Dick’s Sporting Goods, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls. The mall also hosts premium outlet locations for brands such as Coach, Kate Spade New York, Michael Kors, Nike, Under Armour, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Shinola Detroit. This diverse tenant mix caters to shoppers looking for discounted brand-name merchandise across multiple categories.

Beyond shopping, the mall offers a range of services and amenities. There is a large food court with around 12 quick-serve options and several full-service restaurants including Rainforest Café, Bar Louie, and Miyako Japanese Steakhouse. Entertainment venues include a 25-screen AMC movie theater, Round1 Bowling & Arcade, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, Peppa Pig World of Play, and SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium, which is the state’s largest aquarium. The mall’s layout is a single-level racetrack design, making it easy to navigate. Free parking is available, and the facility is wheelchair accessible. Typical hours are 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sundays, with holiday hours varying.

Overall, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets serves as a major shopping and entertainment destination in the Detroit metropolitan area, offering a comprehensive mix of retail, dining, and family-friendly attractions within a suburban highway-accessible location.

Great Lakes Crossing offer more than 92 brand name factory outlet stores. Great Lakes Crossing is located on 4000 Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, Michigan.
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